Atakhas - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Atakhas is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Lohali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atakhas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atakhas is 054497. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Atakhas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Atakhas
According to the 2011 Census, Atakhas village had a total population of 220 people, including 102 males and 118 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 77.14%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 102 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 16 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Atakhas
Atakhas is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Atakhas
Atakhas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Atakhas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Atakhas is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atakhas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atakhas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atakhas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atakhas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atakhas
Where is Atakhas located?
Atakhas village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Atakhas?
The Gram Panchayat of Atakhas is Lohali.
What is the pincode of Atakhas?
The pincode of Atakhas is 263135.
What is the population of Atakhas?
Atakhas had a total population of 220, including 102 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Atakhas?
Atakhas had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atakhas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atakhas was 83.92%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 77.14%.